Other political or community activities: U.S. Army; commander, American Legion Post 375; assistant master, Cub Scout Pack 155

1. What issue or event prompted you to run for the school board?

I don't like what I'm seeing and hearing with the management in the school. I, and friends of mine, have kids going to Brown Local. I want to make sure they have a great school to go to, and for the kids that come up through the grades behind them have a safe and well-rounded education.

2. What makes you the most qualified candidate for the office?

I am a former graduate, a local business owner, commander of the American Legion Post 375, 12 years of service in the U.S. Army, six years as an non-commissioned officer, assistant Cub Scout leader, and, above all, a parent and taxpayer.

3. If elected, how would you seek to increase revenue or reduce expenses to offset the decline in state funding?

With the new buildings, I would hope to have our resident students return to Malvern instead of attending other districts as open enrollment students. I would like to see the district's employees be held accountable for their job descriptions. I would consider a grant writer and review contracts.

Eight years ago, my two children were beginning their education in the Brown Local School District. I wanted to ensure that my girls, as well as the other children in our community, received the best possible education.

Page 2 of 3 - 2. What makes you the most qualified candidate for the office?

I've been actively involved for the past eight years, benefiting from yearly Ohio School Board Association seminars. I've negotiated contracts, created board policies, ensured the district is fiscally responsible and active in ensuring our levies pass so our children are afforded the best education.

3. If elected, how would you seek to increase revenue or reduce expenses to offset the decline in state funding?

Our community has passed an important levy that will provide a much-needed new school. We've worked hard to keep costs down. With help from employees who've taken freezes and cuts, we've kept a balanced budget. We carefully consider each expense. I would continue this careful fiscal management.

Michael McCort

Age: 44

Address: 312 E. Porter St., Box 76

Family: Single

Education: Malvern High School

Job title and employer: Manager, Wood's Grocery

Public office experience: Malvern Village Council, 14 years; Malvern Village mayor, four years

1. What issue or event prompted you to run for the school board?

The interest was the building of a new school. I am not aware of any changes that need to be made until I get elected and evaluate the situation. I just wanted to get involved.

2. What makes you the most qualified candidate for the office?

Did not respond.

3. If elected, how would you seek to increase revenue or reduce expenses to offset the decline in state funding?

Did not respond.

Dechelle L. Thompson

Date of Birth: March 1972

Address: 7086 June Road NW

Family: Husband, Jim; children, Paige, Susan, Tommy and Grant

Education: Carrollton High School, 1990; attended Walsh University

Job title and employer: Owner, Thompson Dairy Farm

Public office experience: Brown Local Board of Education, 2008-present

Other political or community activities: None

1. What issue or event prompted you to run for the school board?

I decided to run for school board because I believe that educating our children is the most important job we have. Our children are the future of our community, state and nation.

2. What makes you the most qualified candidate for the office?

I have served almost two terms on the board. I enjoy working with people and listening to the concerns of our community. I also have a vested interest, having four children of my own in the district.

3. If elected, how would you seek to increase revenue or reduce expenses to offset the decline in state funding?

Page 3 of 3 - We need to keep pushing lawmakers to see that the burden should not be placed solely on property taxpayers. We can absorb retirees positions and share services with other districts.